The Crusaders made it two wins from two as they cruised to a 38-22 victory over the Hurricanes in a thrilling Super Rugby Round Two encounter in Christchurch.
The 2019 Super Rugby tournament kicks-off in four weeks time on Friday 15 February in Hamilton, New Zealand with a Kiwi derby between two of last year’s quarter-finalists as the Chiefs host the Highlanders.
It may have been Halloween but New Zealand rugby set out its stall for the 2019 Super Rugby season with the five teams announcing their squads for the tournament.
With the Super Rugby concluded for 2018, it’s time to reflect on another season of stats and look at some key numbers that told the story of this year’s placings.
For the first time in Super Rugby history, the same two teams will face off in back-to-back Finals with the Crusaders and Lions once more doing battle for the trophy.